DCM KX-10 Series 2 Speakers

If you get a pair of KX-10 Series Two speakers, your neighbor downstairs will have the police on speed dial. The bass they produce, to put it mildly, is intense. I had these for testing to see if I would list them. We all have our taste in speakers; it is hard to agree sometimes. But I know one thing, a speaker is out there for everyone. If you want to rumble the house and rattle the windows, the DCM company made something just for you- BASS. The vocals and highs are really pretty good too. The people behind the amazing Timeframe 600 speaker released the KX-10 Series Two in the mid 90's.  It is a 3-way design- with a 10' Bass, 6'' Mid and 3/4''Tweeter.

The weight is about 40 pounds each, with the dimensions: 29-3/4 x 12-11/16 x 11-3/4 inches.

Placement is important according to the documentation. Enhanced bass is achieved when placed a foot from a wall or corner. Also, the distance between the two speakers should be 6 to 10 feet. Get a pair when you see them available at the
thrift store or online auction. You normally can get a pair at a great price, and you will be pleased with what you hear. They probably won't be your last pair of speakers, but they are a great stop on the journey toward finding what I call- your agreeable sound.

Specs:
Type: 3 way, 3 driver loudspeaker system
Frequency Response: 30Hz to 20kHz
Recommended Amplifier: 5 to 175W
Impedance: 8Ω
Sensitivity: 97dB

Bass: 1 x 10" cone
Midbass: 1 x 6" cone

Tweeter: 1 x 3/4" horn loaded bullet
 Enclosure: transmission line
Dimensions: 29-3/4 x 12-11/16 x 11-3/4 inches

Vintage Zenith Tube AM/FM Radio Model X-323

This vintage Zenith AM/FM radio was released in the 50's and 60's- Model X-323. Handheld devices now dominate our life. Eyes are locked on the screens, leaving no room for imagination to what we see and hear. Radio was the prominent device once, and we saw the world on the radio, traveling to places unknown. Be it news, sports or music, radios from the past ignited your mind to paint intricate pictures of what you were hearing. The cabinet of this radio is a simple design in great shape- like a little piece of well-made furniture. Only a couple marks are on the top and sides (see pictures). Both the AM and FM signals are strong. 35 watts of power and 120 volts. These old tube radios had the one line of the power cord connected to the chassis. So be very careful if you want to do maintenance. You will get a shock if you don't know what you are doing. It has a single speaker and sounds great. Just sitting back and listening to a vintage radio takes you to a place much different than today's norm. Call it relaxation, call it more than a radio. It is a slowing down of the mind from the extra stimulation, towards something simple to enjoy. See the world on the radio and even better yet, see yourself.

Here is my quick review of the Undercrown Shade from Drew Estate.

I always keep a few of these around. They are like Honda Civics in my humidor- great value, dependable, well-made and a cigar that any smoker can respect and find enjoyable.
The Ecuadadoran Connecticut wrapper is an indication of its mild to medium strength, and this cigar will not disappoint. The flavors are there from first light, beginning slow and building. There was cream, some sweet, nutty- complexity without being complex. As I smoked it, the ash held firm as the cigar burned evenly through each third.
There was no harshness in the smoke, just the aroma of something familiar from way back. This cigar was very relaxing. I sat on my deck looking at the trees and the evening sky, drifting off in deep thought. The Undercrown Shade was not distracting but instead appealing. The price was just right too- $7.00 to $9.00, depending where you purchase. As you know, the more you buy the better the deal.  Discovering cigars is a journey. It is steady, with turns every time you indulge. The Undercrown Shade is what it is, not a head jolt or something tasteless, unpleasant and forgettable. It is that nice tune in your head, playing along as you experience each note, appreciating what it means to you and wanting to hold on to that sound a little while longer.

Repaired Jensen Spectrum 520 Speakers.

The repair of the Jensen Spectrum 200 speakers went better than expected. You can see before picture in my earlier post.  I was concerned about getting the centering correct, but the videos from Simply Speaker were right on point. If you do what they say, you will be fine. The foam repair kit was $24.95 and the gaskets were $5 each.

Make certain to measure your speaker's cone; they have two sizes on the 10 inch kits. I have a 7-5/8 inch cone diameter. These speaker are well built. The wood finish is really sharp looking, and you can really appreciate the quality of the 70's . Although they were not considered "top of the line" speakers,  the sound is really impressive on a Pioneer SX-550. I'm still looking for more vintage hardware. It seem that once you get started, you cannot stop. It is a good hobby to have. Besides,  you could be doing worst things, I guess.

The Jensen Spectrum 520's was made back in the late 70's. I picked up a pair of these for $1.00 at a local estate auction. The foam and gaskets are gone and need replacing, and the cabinets will require some polishing. It should be a good project for me. I just ordered the needed supplies and will give the restore a shot. I will update my progress as it moves forward. Read about the family of Spectrum speakers in this old magazine ad from 1977. It talks mostly about the 3-way model- the 530. Specs on these speakers are hard to find online, so this information does offer good value.

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